Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word.
2 Thessalonians 2:16–17
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, August 18, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Sola from Acts 15:1–33.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups
| 8:30 a.m. | Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 9:45 a.m. | Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education |
Sunday, August 18, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Sola from Acts 15:1–33.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups
| 8:30 a.m. | Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 9:45 a.m. | Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education |
What's Happening
FALL STUDIES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 4
A new semester of weekday studies begins on Wednesday, September 4, and we hope you are making plans to attend. There are studies offered on Wednesday mornings and evenings. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please check each study description for book requirements and plan to bring your book or workbook to the first class. Visit dawsonchurch.org/FallStudies for full study descriptions and to pre-register. If you need help finding a book for your class, please contact Lainee Stidham.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
FALL STUDIES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 4
A new semester of weekday studies begins on Wednesday, September 4, and we hope you are making plans to attend. There are studies offered on Wednesday mornings and evenings. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please check each study description for book requirements and plan to bring your book or workbook to the first class. Visit dawsonchurch.org/FallStudies for full study descriptions and to pre-register. If you need help finding a book for your class, please contact Lainee Stidham.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
August Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
HAVING THE MARRIAGE YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED
Sunday, September 8, 9:45 a.m. & 4:00 p.m., Chapel
For a lot of couples, marriage is extremely hard work. This is true, not because our spouse can be so difficult, but because we are all broken people. In this one-day seminar we will learn practical ways to improve our communication, resolve conflict, all-the-while maximizing our joy and His glory. The first session will be from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in the Chapel. The second session will take place that afternoon. Please come with questions as there will be opportunities to ask them as a part of each session. Registration is requested, but not required except for childcare. For childcare for ages birth through fifth grade, please visit dawsonchurch.org/marriage.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
TOGETHER FOR LIFE
Sundays, beginning August 25, 9:45 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Together For Life is a 12-week Christian marriage course that equips engaged and newlywed couples with Biblical truth and practical skills to help their marriage thrive for a lifetime. In this free class, participants will hear from seasoned couples who will speak on relevant topics and experiences as well as share ways to navigate the joys and realities of marriage. Visit dawsonchurch.org/TFL for more information and to register.
Contact: Jacob Pierce at jpierce@dawsonchurch.org
Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study
Mondays, beginning September 9, 7:00 a.m., Social Hall
This fall, we will be studying Colossians and Philemon. Our desire is to exalt Christ through the pages of these two books including a time of application and discussion. For those who would like breakfast, the cost is $6 and is served at 7:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. The study adjourns promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Contact: Jonathan Propes at jpropes@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
GriefShare sessions Begin Sunday
Sunday, August 18, 3:00 p.m., 254 North
GriefShare will begin a new 13-week session on Sunday, August 18, at 3:00 pm. GriefShare is a Christ-centered grief support group ministry meeting at Dawson. If you have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, please consider joining us. You will receive information by video from Christian experts, group discussion regarding how the information can impact your life, and a personal workbook. The cost of $20 covers all meetings and materials. Register now at griefshare.org/groups/236915 or simply come on August 18 at 3:00 pm.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
DSM SPLASH BASH
Wednesday, August 28, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Chapel
Join Dawson Student Ministry for Splash Bash, our kick-off Wednesday night for 6th-12th grade! We will worship together as a ministry from 6-7:00 p.m. in the Chapel, and then head outside for Chick-fil-A, Kona Ice, giant slip-and-slides, and a dunk tank with your favorite ministers inside! Come dressed to get wet & have a great time. You don't want to miss this great night to kick-off our school year ministry.
Contact: Ashbelle Henry at ahenry@dawsonchurch.org
AUXANO Kickoff
Tuesday, September 3, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
The in-between years are typically marked by transition, connection, and growth. Our weekly worship service for college students and young adults, AUXANO, exists to help you walk through the transition and to facilitate connection and growth. This service meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel on Dawson’s campus. We gather together every week to worship God through song, prayer, and the Word.
Contact: Cole Griffith at cgriffith@dawsonchurch.org
Wednesday Night Kickoff for Preschoolers & Children
Wednesdays, beginning September 4, 6:00 p.m., Arendall Building
Dawson Preschool Ministry & Dawson Kids are excited to begin a new year of Wednesday night programming. Preschoolers age 2.5 to Kindergarten are invited to attend Music & Missions. This fun program offers Bible truths, play, music, and movement as we teach preschoolers to know, love, serve, and worship Jesus. Dawson Kids meet for Collide, where they participate in Collide Choirs and Collide Families, to learn biblical truths and fellowship together. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/wednesdays. Volunteers are needed for nursery, Music & Missions, and Collide. Contact Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org for preschool and Hannah Adams at hadams@dawsonchurch.org for kids.
An Evening with Tim Lovelace
Thursday, September 5, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Tim Lovelace, a Christian comedian, musician, and award-winning songwriter, will entertain us in the Chapel on Thursday, September 5, beginning at 6:00 pm. Though this is primarily a Senior Adult event, if you enjoy laughter and music, you are invited to attend. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased at the North Building Reception Desk.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
Dawsonaires Open House
Thursday, September 5, 10:00 a.m., Choir Room
The Dawsonaires have been a faithful ministering choir since 1983. This exciting group meets weekly, sharing in music, ministry, and fellowship. The choir travels to minister to different venues around the Birmingham area as well as an annual Spring Ministry Tour. You do not have to audition to join, it is for all who love to sing and can meet on Thursday mornings. The Fall season will begin on Thursday, September 5 at 10:00 a.m. in the Choir Room.
Contact: Dan Mullis at dmullis@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Glenda Harris in the death of her son-in-law.
Welcome to Dawson
Kathleen Bass
Chad & Lauren Cotant
Together This Week
Sunday, August 18
| 8:30 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 8:30 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 9:45 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 9:45 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 11:00 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 11:00 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 11:00 a.m. | Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel |
| 3:00 p.m. | GriefShare/254 North |
| 3:00 p.m. | First Grade Bible Celebration/FRC |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Middle School Choir Rehearsal/354 North |
Monday, August 19
| No Evening Activities |
Tuesday, August 20
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, August 21
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
Thursday, August 22
| No Evening Activities |
Watch us live at live.dawsonchurch.org, or watch us each week on CBS 42 on Sundays (one week delayed) at 10:00 a.m.